Chicken Pot Pie is a comforting classic that wraps tender chicken, a medley of vegetables, and a creamy sauce in a flaky pastry crust. It’s a heartwarming meal that’s perfect for chilly evenings, bringing a sense of nostalgia and coziness to the dinner table. Here’s a recipe to create a delicious Chicken Pot Pie from scratch that will surely become a go-to in your recipe collection.
Ingredients:
For the Filling:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional, for extra richness)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup frozen corn kernels
For the Crust:
- 1 package (about 14 ounces) refrigerated pie dough (2 sheets), or homemade pie dough
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)